GEN 1.4.(2). Alcoholic Beverages, Possession and Consumption.

The Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is responsible for the administration and interpretation of regulations pertaining to the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages on campus.

Wisconsin Administrative Code, Section UWS 18.06, “Conduct of University Lands” (13) ALCOHOL BEVERAGES. The use or possession of intoxicating liquors, or fermented malt beverages with an alcoholic content of more than five percent by weight, is prohibited on all university lands, except in faculty and staff housing, in student housing units specifically designated by the chief administrative officer, and at suitable times under decorous conditions in conference, meeting or dining facilities, subject to statutory age regulations.

Fermented malt beverages with an alcoholic content of no more than five percent by volume may be served and sold by the Union Food Service at events scheduled outside the Union on campus where food is served or at special all‑University events approved through the Union and Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.

Alcoholic beverages with an alcoholic content of more than five percent by volume may be served at University receptions in the University art galleries, theater lounges, and other areas as approved by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. The service guidelines within this procedure apply to all campus areas where alcoholic beverages are served.

A copy of the complete guidelines may be found in the Student Handbook.